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At the same election, an advisory ballot will be submitted posing the question
of whether the City Council of the City of Edmonds should provide for a full-time
Mayor under the Mayor`Couneil form of government, and declaring an emergency.
MOTION: COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN TO PASS RESOLUTION
#318 RELATIVE TO ADVISORY BALLOT TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS ON FEBRUARY 4TH.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
RESOLUTION STATING CITY'S INTENTION TO PROVIDE 50% FUNDING FOR SEAVIEW-
SIERRA PARK IMPROVEMENT - PHASE 1
This is a resolution of the city council, stating their intention to provide
matching funds for Phase 1 of the Seaview-Sierra Park Improvement Project
MOTION: up to an amount equal to 50% of the project cost. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN TO PASS RESOLUTION #319. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BUDGET DISCUSSION
COUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST TO POSTPONE THE
BUDGET DISCUSSION TO OCTOBER 29TH. MOTION CARRIED.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES
Council acknowledged receipt of claims from Doug and Dianne Nuetzmann; Theodore
P. Cummings, Jr. and. Leila and Paula Jacobs. These were referred to the City
Clerk's Office for processing.
Mayor Harrison announced that there would be a brief executive session following
the meeting to discuss a tax foreclosure sale..
• There being no further business to come before council, the meeting adjourned
at 9:45 P. M. rt
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IRENE VARNEY MORAN, Ci y Clerk H. HARVE HARRISON, May -or
October 29, 1974
ROLL CALL
The regular work meeting of the Edmonds'City Council was called to order by Mayor Harve Harrison
at 7:30 P.M. with all council members present, except Nelson and Nordquist.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the meeting of October 22 had beenpposted, mailed and distributed, and with
no omissions nor corrections, they were approved as written.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
Mayor Harrison nominated John McGibbon for appointment to the'remainiug.position on the Planning
Commission. He stated that Mr. McGibbon was formerly on the Board of Adjustment and had expressed
a desire to serve on the Planning Commission., The Mayor asked for confirmation of the appointment.
MOTION: Mr. McGibbon was in the audience and answered questions from..the council. COUNCILMAN WELLING
MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SHIPPEN TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF JOHN McGIBBON TO THE
• PLANNING COMMISSION. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Harrison then submitted the name of Ed Robinson to serve on the Board of Adjustment, and
MOTION: asked.for confirmation of the appointment.' COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED, SECONDED BY -COUNCILMAN
ANDERSON-TO CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF ED ROBINSON TO THE_BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT. MOTION CARRIED.
Councilwoman Shippen asked the City Engineer what has transpired with regard to the landscaping
on SR 104. Mr. Larson stated that the State Highway Department-did.not wish to come to any
agreement with.the_city dine to a lack of money, so it was just held in abeyance. Mayor Harrison
asked Mr. Larson to look into this and report back to 'council next week.
Councilman Gellert asked what further action would betaken on the request for rate increase
made by Reid, Middleton &.Associates. Mr. Larson stated that they have been asked to re -submit..
Mayor Harrison stated that the IAC has made a switch with regard to the city's application for
funding for the proposed Seaview-Sierra Park -Project. Rod Garretson, Director of Parks and
Recreation, reported that the IAC had requested that the trail portion be withdrawn, which
connected the two parks. In going over the rules, it -was then determined that we were making
application for two parks. The IAC then recommended that the application be redone and application
be made for one or the other of the -parks. Mr. Garretson decided that Seaview Park should be
the one to be done first. He said that he had trimmed the development cost down to approximately
$130,000,'Another $15,000 in -kind services -from city forces would'be needed to properly develop
MOTION: the park. Mr. Garretson had presented a hand-out to the council, which was discussed. A MOTION
WAS MADE.BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT AND SECONDED -BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO INSTRUCT THE CITY ATTORNEY
TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION•TO THE IAC FOR A GRANT FOR PRESENTAOION NEXT
WEEK. There was a discussion regarding the'restroom facilities and costs involved. THE MOTION
WAS THEN VOTED UPON AND CARRIED
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Mayor Harrison announced that a group from the Golf Course -Study Committee would like to
MOTION: make a presentation -at the November 12th council meeting. COUNCILMAN GELLERT MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON TO PLACE THIS•ITEM ON THE AGENDA FOR .TEE NOVEMBER 12TH
COUNCIL WORK MEETING. Councilwoman Shippen:asked if there could -be an.,environmental -
assessment made by that time. City Planner, Joe Wallis replied that this would-be on
a fairly superficial basis. MOTION VOTED UPON AND CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
The.Deputy City Clerk read a letter from Mrs..Vivian Spore, the owner of the Parlor Car
Tavern requesting.a Cabaret License.- She suggested that possibly a provisional license
could be issued with conditions attached giving the city greater -latitude -should the city for
any reason wish to rescind the license. Police Chief, Marlow Foster, commented that.they
are concerned about what type of business there would be; whether they would cater to "outside
types". He said that he would hope that if a Cabaret License was issued that it would be
strictly controlled, and not become an establishment that would feature .hard rock".
Attorney Wallace stated that if the owners proffered a contract restricting themselves
MOTION: it would stand up. COUNCILMAN WELLING MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN WINTERS THAT WE
,TELL MRS. SPORE THAT WE VIEW HER APPLICATION.FAVORABLY AND SUGGEST THAT SHE AND MR.
WALLACE GET-TOGETHER AND SEE IF,THEY CAN PREPARE A CONTRACT UNDER THE TERMS SHE PROPOSES
AND SUBMIT IT FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL WITH THE APPROVAL OF MR. WALLACE ANDJCHIEF FOSTER.''''
MOTION CARRIED.
M. A. A. Ron Whaley read a letter which stated that the Association of Washington Cities
is starting to hold a series of briefings in regard to the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974. Other sponsors in addition to the Association include the Washington State
Association of Counties, Washington State Office of Community Development,- etc: These are
one day sessions intended to provide a general explanation of the Housing and Community -
Development Act. The purpose is to allow &deal officials to determine if the Act might
be of significant interest to their community. Mr. Whaley stated that the cost per person
is $10.00, and that the closest one to us will be at the Sea-Tac Hyatt House on Tuesday,
November 26th. Mr. Whaley, Kay Shoudy and council members.,..Shippen and Gellert will attend.
DISCUSSION ON FINANCING RE/INDIGENT DEFENDANTS
Police Chief, Marto Foster, reported on this matter which -he said could cost the city
something in the neighborhood of $30,000 for indigent defense. He listed as some of
the contributory factors, excessive bail requirements; mandatory court appearances for minor
violations and inconsistent sentencing philosophies. Chief Foster made the following recom-
mendations to reduce court costs; (1) remove jail sentences for minor offenses and -for lst
offense conviction on others; (2) create a magistrate to determine alternatives for defendants
not wishingtto contest the charge; (3) request court rules which allow violators to forfeit
bail on charges where they are not required by statute to appear; and (4) request a policy
for reduced bail for minor traffic offenses. Chief Foster presented a written report'to
the Mayor and council members setting these suggestions out in full. Another possible
solution was the establishment of a Municipal Court making it possible for officers to
appear more conveniently, making better use of the time of the Traffice Violations Clerks -
resulting in lower costs. A general discussion followed, and Councilman Welling stated that
he thought we shauld re-establish our own Judicial System inside the city. Chief Foster
pointed out that more than 80% of our indigent defense cost could be eliminated by the
removal of jail sentences for certain offenses, and these were listed in Attachment "C"
MOTION: of his report. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT TO INSTRUCT
THE ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE REMOVING THE JAIL SENTENCES FOR CERTAIN OFFENSES
AS LISTED IN ATTACHMENT "C" OF CHIEF FOSTER'S REPORT. MOTION CARRIED WITH COUNCILMAN
WELLING VOTING AGAINST.
PRESENTATION OF 196TH REPORT - PLANNING DEPARTMENT •
City Planner, Joe Wallis, reported that some time ago the council authorized Engr. &
Planning Departments to conduct a citizen participation series of meetings on 196th.
He said three meetings were held concerning the section -from 81st to Main Street. He
stated that there was exceptionally good attendance at these meetings. The people made
their concerns known to the city by oral and written comments and by their answers to a
prepared survey. Mr. Wallis passed out copies of a Summary and Analysis of the.Citizen
Participation Program for the Redesign of a Portion of SR-524 (196th S.W.), The citizens
indicated a need far improvement to the section from 81st to 88th, and particularly the
congestion caused by left turn movements at 88th. A large number of people favord.d two
uphill lanes and one downhill lane. Mr. Wallis presented slides showing traffic counts
and pictures of the entire route. General discussion followed. Councilwoman Shippen
thought an enviornmental impact assessment should be made on this project. Planner
Wallis stated that they had contacted several consultants and had estimates back from
three of them which indicated a cost in the .range of $3,500 to $8,600 for this work,
depending on the scope of the study. The Engineering and Planning Departments will
contact the State Highway Department in this regard.
FINAL APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING ADDITION DESIGN
City Engineer, Leif Larson, displayed a drawing of the new Public Works Addition, and also
a drawing of the south elevation. He pointed out that'the construction will be the same
as the present building. The drawings also indicated the landscaping planned. Joe Wallis
stated that the Amenities Design Board was very complimentary with regztd to what is planned
MOTION: and what has been done. Following a brief discussion, COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED, SECONDED
BY COUNCILMAN WINTERS TO APPROVE THE PRESENTED DESIGN FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING ADDITION.
MOTION CARRIED.
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BUDGET DISCUSSION
There was general.discussion.:on.the 1975.preliminary budget.
ANNOUNCEMENT RE/ALTERNATIVES FOR WASHINGTON FUTURE (EDMONDS)
M. A. A. Ron Whaley reported that he_and City Planner, Joe Wallis, participated in.the above
program last July. They were both impressed in the procedure for gathering citizen input as
to what the citizens mould envision for the State of.Washington by 1985.• They thought perhaps
this could be applied on a local level. Mr. Whaley said that on -November 16th, we will hold
what will be called "Alternatives for Edmonds"..! A cross-section of the papulation will be
gathered together to participate, and he encouraged the council, various boards and commissions
to also participate. The individuals would be asked .to seta policy or goal for 1985 for
Edmonds,,: and what implementing processes would be involved. Discussion followed.
There being no further business to come before council, the meeting adjourned at 10:35 P.M -
IRE VARNEY••,
Qfty Clerk
November 5, 1974
ROLL GALL -
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The regular meeting of the'Edmonds City Council was called to order by Mayor
Harve Harrison at 7:30 P.M. with all council members present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of October 29th had been posted,- mailed and
distributed. Councilwoman Shippen said on page 3, paragraph•'.l., 5th line from
the bottom she would like it to.read "...environmental impact assessment
should be financed by the State Highway Department". The last line then
should read, "The Engineering and Planning Departments will contact the State
Highway Department to finance the environmental impact statement". The minutes
were then approved as corrected.
COUNCIL PARTICIPATION
CouncilmanGellert said that he had attended the opening of the Bicycle Trail
on-Olyinpic View Drive, and that he thought that it was an excellent project.
He did, however, -wish to -make the..Police Department aware that some people are
parking their cars -on the path. He thought the public should be advised that
they are not supposed to park there.
Mayor Harrison read a letter from Councilman Gary Nelson tendering his resignation
effective November 15, 1974., Councilman Nelson stated that for family reasons,
and because of his involvement in other,governmental activities which will take
him out of the city,,he is taking this action. Mayor and counoil expressed
sadness, but wished Councilman Nelson success and happiness in his future
endeavors. COUNCILMAN NORDQUIST MOVED; SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN ANDERSON THAT
WE REGRETFULLY ACCEPT THE -RESIGNATION OF GARY NELSON AS EDMONDS CITY COUNCILMAN
TO BE EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 15, 1974. MOTION CARRIED.
City Attorney, John Wallace, stated that by ordinance adopted in 1972, the council
at the next regular meeting following the date the vacancy occurs, shall set
a date of not less than one week, nor more than three weeks, from that time
within which they shall meet to nominate and appoint a qualified person to fill
the vacancy. It was determined that this will be on the 19th of November, since
the _resignation.does' not take e€fect until the 15th of November.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Bob Gustafson, who lives on Olympic View Drive, stated that he personally was sorry
to hear of Councilman Nelson's resignation and wished him the best. Mr. Gustafson
said that he had noticed garbage being dumped on Olympic View Drive at approx-
mately 180th. He wondered if signs could be placed along Olympic'View.Drive
stating that there would be a fine for littering and dumping garbage along that
street.
CORRESPONDENCE
Deputy City Clerk, Eleanor Quealey, read a letter which had been received from
Mrs. Vivian B. Spore, owner of the Parlor Car Tavern, wherein certain stipulations.
•for,the granting of a Cabaret License were set out. There was discussion
regarding the requirement fora uniformed officer to. be present during dancing.
Chief Foster, when asked his opinion of the ordinance covering Cabaret Licenses,'
which was adopted -;',in 1925, indicated that'he would recommend a !!look. see"
MOTION: attitude before possibly amending the ordinance. COUNCILMAN ANDERSON MOVED,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN GELLERT TO APPROVE THE CABARET LICENSE'FOR THE PARLOR
CAR TAVERN WITH THE STIPULATIONS EXPRESSED IN MRS. SPORE'S LETTER. CARRIED.
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